The 7 best Motels in Lake Macquarie, Australia

June 2, 2023 Kandra Bartel

Discover the best Motels in Lake Macquarie, Greater Newcastle, New South Wales including Catalina Motel Lake Macquarie, Black Swan Waterfront Motel, The Esplanade Motel, Cardiff Motor Inn, Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont, Aquarius Motel Belmont, Newcastle Heights Motel.
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1. Catalina Motel Lake Macquarie

211 Awaba Rd, Toronto, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2283 Australia
Excellent
53%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 226 reviews

Catalina Motel Lake Macquarie

BRAND NEW BEDS in all our Twin & Family rooms.Enjoy quiet, spacious and affordable accommodation in Toronto NSW, Lake Macquarie. Conveniently located just 1.5 Hours from Sydney, 5 minutes off the M1 and 1km to Toronto town centre, cafes, restaurants, pubs and Toronto waterfront. Queen, Twin and Family Rooms available all with kitchenettes including microwaves. Trailer and large vehicle access available. Free Wifi and breakfast packs available.

Overnight stay

Reviewed By learnes

Great location, easy to access, staff very friendly, beds very comfy, Rooms very large with extra pillows and blankets available. Didn't use pool but it looked very clean and safe. Defiantly would recommend someone to stay here.

2. Black Swan Waterfront Motel

137 Bowman St, Swansea, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2281 Australia
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 57 reviews

Black Swan Waterfront Motel

Absolute water frontage in the heart of Swansea. Walking distance to all facilities in Swansea/Caves Beach. Jetty for guests use. All ground floor units.

Amazing hospitality

Reviewed By Jill2003

We spent a very wet and tough days on the ocean and needed to stay in Swansea and dry out for the night. Unfortunately I didn’t realise there was a jetty which would have been great. The couple who manage this motel couldn’t do enough to help us. We were obviously wet, cold and needing a good place to rest after beating into the weather all day in the yacht. Next morning Glen, the owner took us to our boat. What amazing hospitality. It was amazing to learn that we all had a similar background in health.

3. The Esplanade Motel

568 The Esplanade, Warners Bay, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2282 Australia
Excellent
39%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 114 reviews

The Esplanade Motel

Welcome to The Esplanade Motel. With a prime waterfront location, and easy access to some 15 kms of dedicated lake walks and only minutes from Warner's Bay Village, there is simply no better location. Some fabulous in-room features include free WiFi, TV, air conditioning, microwave, toaster, kettle, all cutlery and crockery and all expected amenities. Enjoy our great pool with 2 BBQs and a pizza oven. We have rooms to suit all travellers. Queen bed rooms, twin rooms (a queen bed and a single bed in the same room), family rooms which have a queen bed and two single beds in the same room and family suites which have a queen bed in one room and three single beds in a second bedroom. We also have lakeview queens and twins and one studio suite with a queen bed in one room and a seperate lounge room.

Recently Renovated Lovely Motel

Reviewed By gilltrip933

We will definitely be back! The bed was wonderfully comfortable and the room had a cosy feel to it, with arm chairs and an extra single bed. Bathroom had a rainwater shower head and was freshly renovated to a good standard. Didn't try the Tepanyaki restaurant upstairs, but the caravan cafe on the street had great coffee and light snacks for breakfast / lunch.

4. Cardiff Motor Inn

15 Munibung Rd, Cardiff, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2285 Australia
Excellent
61%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 94 reviews

Cardiff Motor Inn

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Cardiff, Cardiff Motor Inn is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its family-friendly environment and proximity to great restaurants, Cardiff Motor Inn makes it easy to enjoy the best of Cardiff. As your “home away from home,” the motel rooms offer a minibar, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and getting online is easy, with free wifi available. Guests have access to baggage storage while staying at Cardiff Motor Inn. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. While you’re here, be sure to check out T-Bones Tex Mex, one of the steakhouses that can be found in Cardiff, which is a short distance from Cardiff Motor Inn. Cardiff Motor Inn is sure to make your visit to Cardiff one worth remembering.

Overall Good Stay

Reviewed By socsoc

We were greeted with a comfortable and clean room upon our stay on a Friday night. The bedding and sofa were both good. The bathroom was well ventilated and of an acceptable standard. The only downside was the noisy upstairs neighbours who paced the floor quite a lot throughout the night which annoyed us and interrupted our sleep. Apart from that all was good. I did request a room well away from the main road and was put in a room closer to the noise.

5. Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont

749 Pacific Hwy, Belmont, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2280 Australia
Excellent
25%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 76 reviews

Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont

Looking for a place to stay in Belmont? Then look no further than Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont, a motel that brings the best of Belmont to your doorstep. Rooms at Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a kitchenette providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A pool will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont, free parking is available. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Belmont's popular fish and chips restaurants such as Lake Macquarie Yacht Club, Sails Eatery, and Salty Dog Bistro, all a short distance from Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular state parks such as Belmont Wetlands State Park. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Lakeview Motor Inn Belmont as you experience everything Belmont has to offer.

In poor condition

Reviewed By Phill B

On arrival I was greeted with a locked reception office & a note attached to the door saying that the office was closed for 15 minutes & to ring 0484550249 for service. Whilst I was there 4 other customers turned up & they also had to wait. I tried to ring 5 times only for the phone to ring out, I tried the office number & it did not get answered. When I booked, I asked for 2 rooms together, & stated I was disabled & required a ground floor & is the room suitable for a disabled person. On arrival I was allocated 1 & our friends were given room 6 certainly not together. • Room 1, was the furthest from the office at the back of the motel. • On entering it smelt musty which hit us both straight away • Then we noticed the very poor condition of the furniture • The bathroom, is old & in poor condition • There was NO hot water – the best we could get was luke warm water. • The room only had 4 power points 2 in the kitchen & 2 in the bathroom • The kettle was covered inside with yellow sediment, it took 20 minutes to boil & the power cord test was out of date. • The chairs inside are missing the padding & are uncomfortable. • The bed was so hard it was like laying on a hard wooden plank. For $140p/n I did expect something more comfortable. Neither my wife nor myself were able to sleep under such poor conditions. • Parking within the Motel is restricted & poorly though out, because of lack of area for cars to park the longer vehicles take up 2 or 3 spaces where your car should be in the parking area. • It is a NON smoking motel, although it was not policed as the person in the next room was smoking just outside our door. • The TV did NOT work, there were only 3 stations & they spent all the time pixelating & saying no signal.

6. Aquarius Motel Belmont

813 Pacific Hwy, Belmont, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2280 Australia
Excellent
51%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
10%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 63 reviews

Aquarius Motel Belmont

Located between Lake Macquarie, the largest coastal seawater lake in Australia, and the Ocean beaches, the Aquarius Motel is perfectly located and central to so many exciting attractions within the Newcastle and Hunter areas. Family owned and operated, the Aquarius Motel offers clean, comfortable accommodation at an affordable price. We offer Budget Accommodation to suit the needs of the traveller, business people, tradesmen, students, family, group bookings, and those looking for a weekend away. Also, Speak to us about our catered packages for the larger, group booking. We are conveniently located across the road from Lake Macquarie, and within minutes walking distance to Belmont Golf Course and Nine Mile beach. Central to all local Clubs, restaurants and sporting facilities, we also offer a complimentary drop off/pick up service for that Function, sporting event or special occasion you are attending. Belmont Hospital is also a short drive away and Charlestown Square with over 280 specialty shops is close by for those that love to shop. The local bus service is also conveniently located right at our door, perfect for those that do not drive.

Only use for overnight if nothing else

Reviewed By christinepE565TX

Staff indeed were friendly however the beds were not made or room cleaned from the previous tenants. Place felt run down and somewhat neglected. No soap in shower. I could see that renevations had commenced which may be hope for improvements but I would not stay here unless no other options at present.

7. Newcastle Heights Motel

270 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown, Lake Macquarie, New South Wales 2290 Australia
Excellent
16%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
14%
Terrible
42%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 57 reviews

Newcastle Heights Motel

An affordable, comfortable, conveniently located motel in Charlestown. Less than 5 minutes to the region's two largest shopping centers. 5-10 minutes to Lake Macquarie, Newcastle CBD and the best beaches Newcastle has to offer. We have 14 double/twin/triple rooms accommodation up to 3, 4 family room (the largest accommodation up to 5) and a two bedroom unit accommodation up to 7.

Health Hazard - avoid at all costs

Reviewed By Bwshields

I’ve only ever seen motels as bad as this in other countries. Cockroaches everywhere. Putrid smells right through the room. The floor was so dirty you must wear shoes everywhere otherwise your socks would end up black with filth. Basic wiping and cleaning of surfaces clearly hadn’t been done in months. I’ve never done this before - but I have contacted the local council to let them know that there is a major health hazard issue with this establishment. They need to shut down this place as a matter of urgency.

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